Tanvi Chandan

- Supporting in-class labs and activities by troubleshooting HTML/CSS/JavaScript issues and guiding responsive design decisions by reinforcing best practices and structured problem-solving - Assisting with grading coursework and providing constructive feedback to improve student performance and participation

- Design and develop the WGSRC Campus Groups webpage, focusing on intuitive navigation, accessibility compliance (WCAG standards), and enhanced event discoverability to better connect students with campus programs and resources. - Support digital outreach and awareness initiatives by creating inclusive, visually engaging design content that promotes campus engagement and highlights gender equity and inclusion efforts. - Assist in coordinating tabling events and community programs, fostering student participation and collaboration through initiatives that advance gender equity, diversity, and social inclusion on campus.

- Contribute to an HCI research study investigating error feedback and accessibility in smart speaker interactions among college-aged and older adult users. - Set up experiments, guide participants, and manage data collection across both lab and off-campus sessions to ensure accurate and ethical research practices. - Analyze user-interaction data and assist in identifying usability insights to inform improved smart speaker design and accessibility features.

- Serve as a supportive and approachable mentor for incoming international students, helping them navigate academic, social, and cultural aspects of life at RIT. - Collaborate with the International Student Services (ISS) team to design and deliver virtual summer programming and in-person orientation events. - Play an active role in the design team by assisting with the creation of promotional materials, including posters and digital content, and developing engaging online resources to enhance student outreach. - Encourage connection, inclusion, and cross-cultural understanding by building meaningful peer relationships and continuing to mentor to provide support throughout the semester.

- Assessed information discoverability on the Excellus BCBS platform by conducting task-based usability tests with 12+ participants, identifying key findability and navigation issues - Translated findings into design recommendations and a structured improvement plan for stakeholders and designers

- Designed and developed a fully responsive e-commerce website using the WIX platform for Forum for Rural Weavers, a nonprofit supporting rural artisans and sustainable handloom practices. - Conducted detailed UX research by evaluating similar e-commerce sites to understand user behavior, navigation patterns, and brand positioning, informing key design decisions to enhance usability and visibility. - Applied core UI/UX principles to wireframe and prototype the site layout, designing it to be both mobile and web friendly, with intuitive user flows, clear visual hierarchy, and accessibility while maintaining a consistent brand identity. - Created engaging product pages, interactive features, and a clean visual design using an iterative process, incorporating feedback to improve functionality and user experience before launch. - Implemented basic Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies such as metadata structuring, keyword placement, and mobile and web-friendly design to improve site discoverability and increase organic traffic.

- Developed a responsive full stack web application for The Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Company (MEPC), enabling users to explore company information, services, contact the company, and access a secure login system. - Built the application using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js), ensuring seamless front-end and back-end integration. - Designed the UI for optimal responsiveness and user experience across devices, focusing on clean navigation and accessibility. - Managed the project independently, overseeing all stages from development to deployment, showcasing strong self-motivation and technical proficiency.